It is important to address the reasons why you smoke through therapy in order to properly quit instead of turning to e-cigarettes or medication.
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Do Anti-Anxiety Medications Cause Dementia?
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A compelling new study suggests that people who take sleeping pills are at an increased risk of dying or developing cancer within the next 2 and a half years.
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Sulfonylureas are a popular medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, but they have a very dangerous dark side. Here’s what you need to know.
Read More »Should I Get the Flu Shot?
It’s that time of year again — time to get your flu shot! Everyone aged 6 months or over and without any restrictive health conditions is encouraged to get the flu shot, not the nasal spray, every year.
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